I'm considering a 2012 Elantra Touring
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I'm considering a 2012 Elantra Touring
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Mar 16 2015, 11:33 AM
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Post Maniac Group: Members Posts: 1,364 Posts Per Day: 0.19 Thanks Received: 26 Trader Stats: 0 (0%) Joined: 27-January 05 From: Nashua, NH Member No.: 21 |
My '04 GT has 227,000 miles on it and although it's running fine, I don't expect it to last much longer without requiring a major investment in parts and my time (it's almost all original). I'm looking at a low mileage (under 35K) 2012 Elantra Touring with a manual transmission, sunroof and leather (an SE).
Are there any known maintenance or performance issues with these cars? I assume that the drivetrain is very similar to my '04, but are there any significant differences? I noticed that the shifter has a collar for reverse now, which means that the short shifter in my '04 probably won't work. Is that correct and if so, is anyone making a short shifter for this car? Thanks Brian This post has been edited by BNystrom: Mar 16 2015, 12:11 PM -------------------- Regards
Brian '04 Elantra GT 5 door, silver with: Tib Sway bar, TWM Shifter w/raised frame and custom leather boot, PCV Filter, Disabled Clutch Interlock, Clutchvavlectomy, Fram Drain Valve, Independent Fog Lights, Key Out Sunroof Mod, Cabin Air Filter, Ground Wire Buss, A/C defroster bypass |
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Mar 16 2015, 12:17 PM
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That Mitsubishi Guy Group: Leader Posts: 2,568 Posts Per Day: 0.57 Thanks Received: 423 Trader Stats: 3 (100%) Joined: 13-November 11 From: Central MA Member No.: 11,480 Mood: Complacent |
I don't know much about the tourings, but mechanically they shouldnt be any different from the sedans. they do look bigger though - be sure to take a lengthy test drive.
the collar means it is most likely a six speed...... i highly doubt your short shifter will be a fit. im also not sure there are any shorties available. but you may find you like it. the throw on my velosters was very short, stock. -------------------- 2014 Veloster Turbo - racecar
2002 Elantra GLS - DEAD AND GONE DEAD AND GONE |
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Mar 16 2015, 02:31 PM
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That Guy.. Group: Leader Posts: 6,687 Posts Per Day: 1.18 Thanks Received: 724 Trader Stats: 16 (100%) Joined: 20-September 08 From: Neenah, WI Member No.: 6,539 Mood: Thankful |
Its the same as the Hd Elantras, Well drivetrain wise.
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Mar 18 2015, 08:08 AM
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Club Regular Group: Members Posts: 61 Posts Per Day: 0.01 Thanks Received: 4 Trader Stats: 0 (0%) Joined: 4-February 13 Member No.: 14,393 |
You can buy the short shifter from the dealer directly(i believe OBX is making them)
I have it and it makes a nice feeling when you shift, feel more mechanical than mushy The collar is for the reverse like on VW. The transmission is just a 5 speed The gearing for the 5 speed manual is perfect for city driving but no ideal for highway You will rev at around 3200 at 70mph Then again because of the low power of the car I would not recommend it with automatic as this will make the car quite slow From mypoint of view the car is very badly insulated. If you are lucky previous owner would have changed the OEM tires that are crazy noisy I would say the engine sounds harsh and noisy also, Maintenance: I got 37k miles and nothing went wrong on engine or transmission Window windhsield washer motor broke within first year Headlight got replaced because of fog Steering got replace because leather was flaking away (common issue it seems) Fuel consumption I average 27 MPG with a heavy foot Aside from that I have to say it is very reliable and fun to drive. My daily commute changed to more highway travel and this is where most of my complaints come from -------------------- A proud member of the club.
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Mar 18 2015, 08:22 AM
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Post Maniac Group: Lifetimer Posts: 1,746 Posts Per Day: 0.29 Thanks Received: 57 Trader Stats: 0 (0%) Joined: 24-August 07 From: North White Plains, NY Member No.: 4,755 Mood: Accomplished |
I believe the touring sits a little higher over the sedan.
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Apr 19 2015, 08:40 PM
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Post Maniac Group: Members Posts: 1,364 Posts Per Day: 0.19 Thanks Received: 26 Trader Stats: 0 (0%) Joined: 27-January 05 From: Nashua, NH Member No.: 21 |
Well, I bought a 2012 Touring SE with 25K miles on it. It's Titanium gray and has new rubber, the Bluetooth kit, (factory) short shifter, floor mats and mudguards for $13K. On a 150 mile drive today, I averaged nearly 38 mpg, which as good or better than I've ever gotten with my '04 GT. However, this was one way, so we'll see how it does once I use it on some of my regular drives.
There are a couple of things I need to modify:
Other than that, I'm please with it so far. -------------------- Regards
Brian '04 Elantra GT 5 door, silver with: Tib Sway bar, TWM Shifter w/raised frame and custom leather boot, PCV Filter, Disabled Clutch Interlock, Clutchvavlectomy, Fram Drain Valve, Independent Fog Lights, Key Out Sunroof Mod, Cabin Air Filter, Ground Wire Buss, A/C defroster bypass |
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